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updated Friday, October 7, 2011 - 12:22am

Ladies: Ladies will meet at 10 a.m. Oct. 15 at The Clarke County Cooperative Extension Service, 2152 W. Broad St. Ann Smith, a longtime teacher of how to maintain good health the natural way, will be the guest speaker. Refreshments and door prizes. Ladies is a nonprofit organization established by faith, welcoming all. (706) 353-2949 or (706) 353-2538.

Greater Bethel A.M.E. Church: 140 Rose St. Sunday school at 9:45 a.m. and worship at 11 a.m. Sunday. Church anniversary revival at 7 p.m. Oct. 19-21. Guest evangelists will be Bishop James Washington and the New Grove Baptist Church family of Winterville on Oct. 19, the Rev. Alexis Brookins on Oct. 20, and the Rev. Claude R. James on Oct. 21. The church will celebrate its 119th church anniversary at 3 p.m. Oct. 23. Bishop William P. DeVeaux, of the Sixth Episcopal District, will be the guest speaker. (706) 548-0014.

Youth Uniting to Kick Coldness Jubilee: Area youths, beginning at 4 p.m. Oct. 22 at the Hart EMC Building in Hartwell, are invited to bring canned goods and/or blankets to support those in need within the community that will struggle with the cold this winter. The Rev. Danny Ford of Solid Rock Baptist Church in Lavonia will be the guest speaker. Door prizes, food and entertainment. Free and open to the public. For more information, call (706) 436-0349 or (706) 436-6284 or (706) 376-5872.

Gordon’s Chapel UMC: Sanford Community, Hull. Contemporary worship at 8:30 a.m. Sunday, continental breakfast at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday school at 10 a.m. Traditional worship at 11 a.m. Sunday. Fall festival from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 22 at the Sanford Community Center, Nowhere Road in Hull. Local vendors will sell homemade crafts, jewelry, iron works, decorations and more. Bake goods by the United Methodist Women also will be available for purchase. Food stands will be on site including hot dogs, pinto beans and corn cakes, potato cakes, and turkey legs. (706) 548-6616 or (706) 548-1266 or (706) 202-2576.

Christian Life Worship Center: 125 Kathwood Drive. Second annual Athens Community Festival from 12:30-8:30 p.m. Oct. 22 featuring a car show, health fair, a visit by Mr. Clown and Mark Jones, a Christian magician, games, food and entertainment. Free and open to the public. Coffee and continental breakfast at 9:30 a.m. Sunday and Sunday school at 9:50 a.m. and worship at 10:50 a.m. Sunday. (706) 353-1978 or email office@clwcathens.org.

Athens Christian Women’s Connection: Athens Christian Women’s Connection will meet at 7 p.m. Oct. 27 at Jennings Mill Country Club, 1101 Mill Pond Court. Women will enjoy coffee and cupcakes from Gigi’s Cupcakes and see jewelry by Charlotte Swink. Jewelry will be available for purchase. Dr. Naima Johnston from Fairborn, Ohio, a singer, songwriter, educator and author, will be the guest speaker and will share her story. Tickets are $7.50 at the door. Reservations are required by Oct. 24 by calling (706) 769-6909 or visit www.athenschristianwomen.org.

Zion CME Church: Fall festival beginning at 8 a.m. Oct. 29 with games and entertainment. The public can purchase tables for $10 to sell items. Fish, chicken, and hot dogs also will be sold. There will be a drawing at noon for a $100 gift card. (706) 436-1659.

The Ark’s Gift of Hope: The Ark currently is accepting tax-deductible donations for its “A Gift of Hope” program. All funds donated will be distributed locally in the Athens area to provide emergency assistance for rent, utilities, prescription medicine and basic life necessities during the holiday season. www.athensark.org.

Arnold Grove Baptist Church: 625 Wolfskin Road, Arnoldsville. As part of its “Foreign Ministry” Pastor Stephen Tour will speak during the 11 a.m. service Sunday about being held captive during the Liberian uprising where thousand were slaughtered and his wife and children escaped by traveling over dead bodies. Through the grace of God his life was spared and Tour has been ordained and licensed as a pastor and has returned to Liberia to start a ministry that currently serves more than 400 children and families. Zebra Magazine also will be in attendance. (770) 906-5310.

Community Baptist Church: 2400 Highway 174, outside of Ila. Sunday school at 10 a.m. and worship at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday. AWANA from 6:45-8 p.m. every Wednesday for children ages 2 years old through grade 5. Lessons, games, snacks and handbook time nightly. Transportation available for certain areas. (706) 540-0670 or www.yourcbc.com.

“ECKANKAR, The Religion of the Light and Sound of God”: The community is invited to “ECKANKAR, The Religion of the Light and Sound of God,” a Community HU Song, at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Lay Park Community Center, 297 Hoyt St. (706) 310-9499 or www.eckankar-ga.org.

Emmanuel Episcopal Church: 498 Prince Ave. Dr. David Williams will present a lecture titled “Snapshots: An Overview of Religion in Georgia” at 7 p.m. Tuesday. Williams is the Meigs professor of religions and the director of the University of Georgia honors program. This is part of the new “Steeples & Sidewalks: Lectures on Church and Community” series. Free and open to the public. (706) 543-1294.

Fellowship of Christian Athletes: The Fellowship of Christian Athletes will have its second FUSION fellowship at 6 p.m. Sunday at North Oconee High School, 1081 Rocky Branch Road, Bogart. The first 100 students will receive a free gift. Wear school colors. FCA challenges coaches and athletes on the professional, college, high school, junior high and youth levels to use the powerful medium of athletics to impact the world for Jesus Christ. Free admission. www.negeorgiafca.org.

Gospel Tabernacle: Watson Mill Road, Carlton. Gospel concert at 8 p.m. Saturday featuring The Sounds of Grace and Praise from Whitehall Baptist Church and The Southern Travelers. Others also will sing. (706) 797-3251.

Hartwell First Baptist Church: Richardson Street, will present Inspiration Campground at 3 p.m. Sunday. The program will be hosted by the First Baptist ushers and will feature Pastor Tylar Freeman, Bishop Danny Hughes and Pastor Nathan Botley as the guest speakers. The Rev. Dr. Reginald Woods will serve as the moderator. (706)-376-4576.

Jefferson Presbyterian Church: 243 Washington St., Jefferson. Sunday school at 9:45 a.m. and worship at 11 a.m. Sunday. Nursery available for children ages birth to 4 years old. Bible study Wednesday led by Pastor Doug Hilliard titled “The Koinonia Project: Building a Christ-centered Community.” A light supper will be served at 6 p.m. followed by the study from 7-8 p.m. (706) 367-5577.

Jubilee Caravan: There will be a Jubilee Caravan at 6 p.m. Saturday at Abundant Life Fellowship, Arcade Park Road in Arcade, featuring the Pine Ridge Boys and C, S, & K. (706) 658-6545.

The Mitchells Performances: The Mitchells, a Southern gospel trio, will sing at 1 p.m. Saturday at Lee Newton Park in Jasper, at 7 p.m. Saturday at Glory Bound Baptist Church in Alto and at 6 p.m. Sunday at Straight Way Baptist Church in Gainesville. (706) 202-7957.

New Faith Tabernacle Church: 198 S. Peter St. The youth department will present a gospel concert at 3 p.m. Sunday. All proceeds will go toward the church’s college fund. The church’s pastor, David Lester, will preach at a revival Monday-Wednesday at St. John’s AME Church in Gainesville. (706) 316-9007.

Nimno A.M.E. Church: 1158 Highway 334, Nicholson. Family and friends day program at 3 p.m. Sunday. Pastor Herman Laguins will be the guest speaker. Dinner will be served from 1:30-2:30 p.m. (706) 548-5016.

Praise in the Park 2011: Greater Break-Through Christian Ministry Inc. will present “Praise in the Park 2011” from 1-5 p.m. Saturday at Reverend V.S. Hughey Park in Jefferson. This is a series of concerts performed by solo artists, praise dancers, choirs and praise teams. A day of praise and worship, free food and drinks, and children’s activities. Bring a lawn chair or a picnic for the family. Free and open to the public. (678) 596-9891 or (706) 351-2365.

Trinity Baptist Church: Jennings Mill Road, will have its first Missions Conference 2011 “Designation: Missions” at 7 tonight and Saturday and at 11 a.m. Sunday. Missionaries to Uruguay, Chile, South Africa and Lebanon will be in attendance and there will be videos and preaching focused upon the need of missions in world today. Teen Night will be held Saturday with a focus geared toward the mission of reaching teenagers for Christ. Free. (706) 548-6445.

Unity Center for Spiritual Growth: 1435 Oglethorpe Ave. The adult study group will meet at 9:30 a.m. to discuss “MasterMind” techniques. Learn how to immediately use the power of masterminding to clarify and manifest what you would like to see in your life. Donation basis. Worship at 11 a.m. titled, “Spiritual Abundance.” Nancy McGimsey will present the music. The meditation will be given by Neal Worthington. Nursery, Sunday school and youth programs during the service. A Course in Miracles class from 2-3:30 p.m. Sunday. Donations appreciated. Movie Night from 6:30-8:30 p.m. featuring Abraham-Hicks’ new DVD, “Abraham Abroad: The England and Ireland Tour.” Suggested contribution is $5. (706) 613-8050 or (404) 899-8486 or www.UnityAthens.com.

University Women’s Club Meeting: The University Women’s Club will meet at 10 a.m. Tuesday in the Fellowship Hall of Central Presbyterian Church, 380 Alps Road. Dr. Clifton Pannell, professor emeritus of geography, will give a presentation titled, “A Look at Some Political, Economic and Urban Trends of China.”

Whitehall Baptist Church: Whitehall Road, will celebrate Pastors Appreciation Day in honor of Brother Buford Lockman, who has been the pastor at Whitehall Baptist for 40 years, on Sunday during the morning worship service. All members and former members are invited to attend. Lunch will follow the service. (706) 548-4719 or (706) 797-3251

Winterville UMC: 101 Parkview Road. Sunday school at 9:45 a.m. and worship at 8:30 and 11 a.m. Sunday. Wednesday meal at 6 p.m. Call the church office for reservations by 3 p.m. Monday. Children and youth groups meet at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. Pumpkin Patch fundraiser from 1-8 p.m. Monday-Saturday and from 1-6 p.m. Sunday beginning Monday and running through Oct. 31. Purchase pumpkins and other items for fall decorating from up to 1,000 pumpkins of all shapes and sizes with prices beginning at $3. Visits from schools, senior centers, day cares, home-schooled students and pre-schools are being scheduled between 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on weekdays beginning Monday. Proceeds will go toward ongoing ministry projects at the church. Fall festival Oct. 22 that will include a gospel concert, face painting, free hot dogs (while they last), children’s activities, hay rides, a petting zoo, storytelling and more. (706) 742-2445 or www.wintervilleumc.org.

A Place Called Love Family Church: Oconee Preschool Academy, 1890 Mars Hill Road. Adult Bible school and children’s church at 10:15 a.m. Sunday. Worship at 11 a.m. Sunday. (706) 548-9777 or (706) 338-4112 or aplacecalledlove.org.

Bread of Life Church: 302 Athens Road, Winterville. Sunday Bible classes for adults and children at 10 a.m. and worship at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday. Nursery provided. The Book of Revelation will be taught at 7 p.m. Wednesday. (706) 548-0640.

East Athens Baptist Church: 4325 Lexington Road. Sunday school at 9:45 a.m. and worship at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday. Wednesday prayer meeting at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Awana at 5 p.m. Wednesday. Dinner is served at 5 p.m. Wednesday. Price is $1-$3 per person or $10 for a family. (706) 543-2393 www.eastathenbaptist.org.

Ebenezer Baptist Church, East: 186 Derby St. Church services are held at 8 a.m. the first, third and fifth Sundays of the month and at 11 a.m. the second and fourth Sundays of the month. (706) 543-7719.

Faith Baptist Church: 116 Sarah St., Winder. Sunday school at 10 a.m. and worship at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday. Bible study and Young Christians in Action at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday. Church has a bus ministry. To get picked up for services, call (678) 227-2314. www.faithbaptistwinder.com.

Great Life Ministries: 107 Main St., Bogart. Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. and worship at 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. Sunday. Bible study at 7 p.m. Wednesday. (706) 424-4641.

Greater Athens Church of God: 565 Tallassee Road. Sunday school at 10 a.m. and worship at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday. Children’s church during worship service. Wednesday night Bible study and children’s classes at 7 p.m. After Shock, a youth group, at 7 p.m. Wednesday. Adult Bible study class on the Truth about Islam at 7 p.m. Wednesday. Bishop Randy Gordon will lead the class. Open to the public. www.gacog.org or (706) 353-8345.

Living Word Baptist Food Pantry: Living Word Baptist’s food pantry is open from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. the first Tuesday and Wednesday of each month. (770) 725-2837.

The Mission that Loves People: Has a community microprogram in the Athens area where each member puts a small amount of money into a community pot to be distributed to a selected individual in need. To learn more about the community organization, meet between 8 a.m.-7 p.m. each Saturday at 975 Gaines School Road. For more information, call (404) 447-2353.

North High Shoals Congregational Holiness Church: 271 Jefferson Road. Sunday school at 10 a.m. and worship at 11 a.m. Sunday. Evening services at 6 p.m. Sunday discuss end of times prophecy and current events. (770) 846-9875.

Oconee Heights Baptist Church: 4180 Jefferson Road. Sunday school for all ages at 9:45 a.m. and worship at 11 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Sunday. Meal at 6 p.m. Wednesday. Adults $6 and children ages 8 years old and younger $3. Reservations for Wednesday meal must be made by noon on Monday. Prayer meeting and devotion at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. Youth and Team Kids meet at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. (706) 548-4600.

Trinity Lutheran Church: 2535 Jefferson Road. Sunday school at 9:45 a.m. and worship at 8 and 11 a.m. Sunday. Nursery provided. There is a Saturday service at 5:30 p.m. the second and forth Saturday of each month. A free dinner follows the Saturday service. (706) 546-1280 or www.Trinity-Athens.org.

Winterville First Baptist Church: 305 N. Church St., Winterville. Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. and worship at 10:45 a.m. Church will offer “Kingdom Kids,” a new children’s worship experience for children in kindergarten through grade three at 10:45 a.m. Sunday. (706) 742-2921 or www.wintervillefirstbaptist.org.

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